How to Grow your Flock Lesson 4 Brooding

Housing requirements and feeding for poultry, in this course gain essential knowledge to create a healthy and productive environment for your flock. In this course, we will learn about the ideal housing conditions for poultry, including space requirements, ventilation, lighting, temperature control, and proper flooring systems such as deep litter or cage systems. You will discover how to design poultry houses that ensure bird comfort, reduce stress, and prevent disease. We will also explore feeding systems, types of feed for different poultry stages (starter, grower, finisher), and proper feeding schedules. The course includes practical tips on feed storage, water management, and preventing contamination. Learn how to optimize nutrition and housing to boost flock performance, growth rate, and egg or meat production. Whether you're starting a small backyard flock or managing a commercial poultry operation, this course will guide you through best practices in poultry care and farm efficiency. eLengo